Date: Friday, February 6, 2026
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: In-person event at the Museum
Language: Presented in English
Cost: $40.00
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In honour of African Heritage Month join the Museum and Joy Bullen for Celebrations and Revelations, a concert featuring award-winning artists Jah'Mila and Julian Taylor.
The concert will bring together music, heritage, identity and storytelling together with two artists whose work speaks to migration, memory, belonging and the power of song.
About Jah'Mila:
Jah'Mila is a Juno-nominated reggae singer hailing from Kingston, Jamaica, who now calls Nova Scotia home. A beacon for Jamaican music and culture in Atlantic Canada, Jah'Mila's music embodies the spirit of traditional Jamaican roots reggae music, infused with light elements of jazz and soul.
Her journey has led her to tour with renowned reggae acts. She has also collaborated with the National Arts Centre Orchestra, Toronto Symphony Orchestra and the Symphony Nova Scotia honing her skills as a vocalist and a cultural reggae ambassador along the way.
Her Juno nominated debut album, "Roots Girl," released in 2022, is a spirited collection of reggae songs that not only honors her cultural roots, but also serves as a platform for social advocacy. Through her music, she champions a vision of a more inclusive, diverse, and supported arts community. Jah'Mila stands poised to light up every stage, continuing to captivate hearts and share her music and culture across the world.
About Julian Taylor:
Julian Taylor is a Toronto-based, award-winning independent singer-songwriter, radio host, and label owner. Over 20-plus years as the leader of Staggered Crossing, Julian Taylor Band, and his solo work, Julian established himself as one of Canada’s great troubadours. He has earned four JUNO nominations, a pair of Canadian Folk Music Awards, five Native American Music Award nominations, and a nomination for the Polaris Music Prize. With a soulful voice and captivating stage presence, Julian's unique blend of blues, roots, and folk music has earned him a growing fanbase and critical acclaim not only in Canada but also in Europe and the US. He's earned four Juno Award nominations (including one this year for Roots Album of the Year for “Beyond The Reservoir”) , along with eight Canadian Folk Music Awards for Solo Artist and English Songwriter of the Year – won Solo Artist in 2022, five Native American Music Award nominations, plus a nomination for Canada's most prestigious music accolade, the Polaris Music Prize.
Presented in partnership with Joy Bullen, Culturepreneur and supported by TD Bank Group through TD Ready Commitment.